What is positive psychology? If psychology is the scientific study of mind and behavior, positive psychology is the branch of psychology that studies how individuals and communities thrive. The founder of positive psychology, Martin Seligman, viewed modern western psychology to be hyper focused on mental illness, which he coined, the

Picture this: it’s the day after New Year’s and you’ve sworn off sweets. You tell everyone that this year is different; you have self-control! And then, two days later, you’re invited to a friend’s birthday party. Not only does she have chocolate fondue, but a whole dessert table loaded with

Nonverbal behaviors such as body posture, facial expressions, and eye contact can say much about a person and, often, their meanings are universally recognized [1]. These behaviours enable nonverbal communication, which is especially important for survival and reproductive fitness [2]. However, what happens when a person’s actions conflict with their